Terminal Status

Approximate Vehicle Spaces Available in Holding AreaNote: Vehicles in line that have not been processed through a tollbooth are not counted here.Please view cameras for vehicles queued outside the tollbooths, which will subtract from the listed available space.

There are more garages along the waterfront and in Pioneer Square, six of which offer $3.00/hour parking for up to four hours (taxes included). Rates vary on event days. Check directly with the garage for additional information.

AirportFollow signs for I-5 North. Seattle Ferry terminal is exit 164B, about 30 minutes driving north; this is the Atlantic St exit and Safeco field exit.

The exit will take you to Edgar Martinez Dr which is between Safeco Field and the parking garage. At the stoplight on 1st Ave you can either go straight out to Alaskan Way on the waterfront or turn right on 1st Ave go one block to Royal Brougham Way and turn left to get out to Alaskan Way.

The terminal is about 1.2 miles north. Look for overhead signage. There is a special left hand turn lane specifically for vehicle traffic into the toll plaza.

NO DROP OFF at the toll plaza. It is strictly for vehicles and occupants boarding the ferry. Vehicles traveling Southbound take the Safeco Field exit.

MotorcyclesWhile motorcycles are not, by Washington Administrative Code (WAC 468-300-700), a preferential loading category of users, they are often loaded prior to automobiles for operational and staging purposes. Arrival at the dock after vehicle load has commenced requires motorcycles to wait until all cars have been loaded for the next motorcycle loading opportunity. Motorcycles should proceed, while on the dock, at no more than 10 mph. Use caution when car decks are wet. The following information details specific staging for this terminal:

Motorcycle Fare Purchase/Redemption
Purchase tickets at the auto tollbooths, at the passenger booth, at the kiosk inside the terminal waiting room, or online in advance.

Motorcycle Entry/Staging
Use booth #4 (right lane), if pre-ticketed, during commuter hours. May turn right into the toll plaza from southbound Alaskan Way or left from northbound Alaskan Way.

TrucksWSF requires trucks with a gross vehicle weight of over 80,000 lbs and/or over 8’6” wide to have “travel approval” before crossing any of our routes. Vessels on this route have a limited height clearance and trucks may be loaded out of sequence.

Trucks that have a gross vehicle weight of over 80,000 lbs but are hauling less than 80,000 lbs will need to provide a weight slip.

Please fill out our Oversized/Overweight Vehicle Travel Request Form by downloading a pdf version of the form and fax it to us at (206)515-3773. Please allow three business days for completion and approval. You can contact us at anytime for status updates at (206)464-6400 (Seattle).

BikesBicyclists may bypass the line of vehicle traffic to get onto the ferry dock but must go through a tollbooth. Bicyclists should arrive 20 minutes prior to departure time to be loaded at the beginning of loading process. If a bicyclist arrives after vehicle loading has begun, they will be loaded at the end of the load. During the commute hours (2:45 pm to 6:45 pm), mid-loads of bicyclists are allowed. Bicycle racks are available under the terminal building. There are 6 racks holding 150 bikes.

TrainAmtrak is located at 3rd and King St.,
303 S. Jackson Street
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 382-4125 or 1-800-USA-RAIL Amtrak.

The train station is approximately 7 blocks from the ferry terminal and is within walking distance. There are other options to get between the ferry terminal and the train station. Taxis are readily available in front of the ferry terminal or across the street.

Route 99 bus service has replaced the Waterfront Streetcar and includes more frequent peak time service, connections to Sounder rail and ferry, and the ability to load bikes. These buses are easily found because they are specially wrapped to look like the streetcar. Please check Route 99 for schedules.

If you have questions about the streetcars or how to connect with Metro buses, call Metro Rider Information at (206) 553-3000, TTY users call (206) 684-1739, online at Trip Planner. For the scheduled departure times of regular bus service at bus stops, call Bus Time (automated schedule information) at (206) 287-8463.

TaxiTaxicabs are located in front of the ferry terminal or across the street and are readily available.

How do I make a complaint about the Taxis/Limousine drivers at Colman Dock, Pier 52?

Call the taxi complaint line at (206) 296-8294 or e-mail your complaint to taxihotlinecomplaints@seattle.gov. You can also go to Consumer Affairs

The limousine chauffuer complaint line is (206) 684-CITY or you can fill out a Complaint Form online.

HOVWhen traveling to Pier 52, carpool/vanpool drivers may turn right onto the ferry terminal during peak commute hours when other vehicles cannot. Carpool/Vanpools must be ticketed and in line 10 minutes before scheduled sailing time to receive preferential loading. If you are late, you will be loaded on a space available basis at the end of the loading. Car/van pools need to be registered or a recognized HOV with the ferry system HOV program, to receive loading privileges.
For information or to register for our rideshare program check
Rideshare.

ADA Information

Fare Discounts

We offer seniors (65+), persons with disabilities and passengers with a Medicare card, or other eligibility verification, travel at half the regular passenger fare rate. We offer special rates for youth ages 6 to 18. Children ages 5 and under travel free. For more information check Fares.

Multi-ride cards are good for 90 days from the date of purchase and are non-refundable.

Fare Purchase/Redemption
Purchase and redeem tickets at the auto tollbooths. Tickets may be purchased at the passenger booth, or at the kiosk inside the terminal waiting room, or online in advance.

Transit Options

Construction

Lost and Found

Lost and found items are turned in to the Seattle ferry terminal. You can reach the Lost & Found Department at (206)515-3439. Their hours of operation are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (closed 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for lunch.) Our Information Agents can also assist you with lost and found inquiries from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm at (206)464-6400 or 1-888-808-7977.